Introduction to Social Economy
Discover the social economy, social enterprises and their role in socially responsible procurement.
One free online course. Eight connected modules. Discover the knowledge and practical skills to make public procurement more inclusive and socially responsible.

An applied learning experience connecting social economy principles with real procurement practice. Explore the regulatory framework, prepare effective tenders, collaborate with partners and learn to assess social value.
Explore the programme through four learning stages, from the foundations of social economy to practical procurement and measurable social impact.
Discover the social economy, social enterprises and their role in socially responsible procurement.
Explore relevant European and national procurement rules, procedures and compliance.
Identify organisational needs and connect them with public procurement opportunities.
Prepare clear, compliant tenders and communicate the social value of your proposal.
Explore effective contract delivery, performance indicators and social impact monitoring.
Build practical cooperation and shared approaches to inclusive procurement.
Use indicators, evaluation and evidence to assess meaningful social outcomes.
Engage stakeholders and contribute to informed, responsible public policy.
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From your first sign-in to your certificate, Deal4Good offers a clear and flexible learning experience. Follow the course at your own pace and build practical skills in socially responsible public procurement.
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Enrol in the free course and explore its eight modules, lessons and activities.
Check your knowledge through the course assessments as you progress.
Receive your certificate after fulfilling the course completion requirements.
Your course progress and certificate are managed within the Deal4Good learning platform.
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